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“I like to keep the world, to some degree, an implied setting.” quote by Paul S. Kemp
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“I like to keep the world, to some degree, an implied setting.”

Paul S. Kemp

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The World Builder", 2015

He treats the world as a backdrop for stories, implying settings are tools rather than characters.

In simple terms: Worlds serve as story settings.

Key Takeaway

Use setting to enhance narrative.

Themes

writing world‑building fiction

Mood

analytical creative

Type

literary instructional

When to use this quote

  • novel writing
  • game design
  • screenplays

Key Concepts

narrative design immersion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does setting influence character development?
  • When should setting drive plot?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting setting depth can weaken story impact.

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